The Southern Alps of New Zealand’s South Island provide the perfect alpine terrain for ski and board thrillseekers and learners alike. Close to The South Island's gateway city, Christchurch, is the ski and snowboard playground of Mount Hutt, At the base of Mount Hutt is the alpine village of Methven, abuzz during the winter as skiers and boarders from around the world converge. Methven is just one hour's drive from Christchurch and most of the year enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. However during the ski season Methven transforms into a bustling ski town when thousands of visitors from around the world arrive to ski and snowboard at Mt Hutt.

Mount Hutt Trail Map

Renowned for its long season of reliable snow, Mount Hutt is often the first skifield to open and the last to close for the season. New Zealand skiing at it's very best. At the top of the lift-accessed 2086m Mt Hutt's breathtaking views stretch the Canterbury Plains all the way from the Pacific Ocean to the Aoraki Mt Cook. With 472 skiable hectares of diverse terrain, Mt Hutt is relaxed, friendly, challenging and exciting.

From Methven
Our Methven/Mt Hutt winter snow packages allow you to make the most of your skiing holiday.  They include accommodation and rental car only so you are free to buy your ski passes locally on the day or days that suit you. Check out the snow conditions, the weather and your mood before you buy! You can ski or snowboard at Mount Hutt as well as a number of other club fields in the area.  Or,  you might like a round of golf at the Methven Golf Club or Terrace Downs. Take advantage of our free booking service for additional sightseeing!
7 Days / 6 Nights - Methven / Mt Hutt Winter Snow Itinerary:   Day 1 Arrive Christchurch, collect your rental car and drive to Methven   Days 2-6 Free days for skiing, snowboarding or other local activities   Day 7 Return to Christchurch airport for your flight home     Accommodation Options: Methven Resort Mt Hutt Motels Terrace Downs Resort
Stay Methven Resort from only NZ$676 pp,  share twin
The 44 room property of Methven Resort is located within a short stroll of the ski village centre, convenient to cafes and local pubs for evening nightlife. Featuring 3 heated outdoor spa pools, the Methven Resort is an ideal base for skiers. This 7 Days / 6 Nights Methven Resort Package includes:   Option 1 - Self Drive Car - NZ$676 per person, share twin South Pacific Travellers'  Welcome package including your travel documents  6 nights'  hotel accommodation at Methven Resort, or similar, share twin 7 days' compact rental car (CCAR 1.8 litre Toyota Corolla or similar) including unlimited kms and standard insurance (with excess) New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (15%)  Option 2 - Self Drive 4WD - NZ$875 per person, share twin South Pacific Travellers'  Welcome package including your travel documents  6 nights'  hotel accommodation at Methven Resort, or similar, share twin 7 days' medium 4WD (IFAR Toyota Rav4 or similar), with unlimited kms and standard insurance (with excess)  New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (15%) Back to top
Stay Mt Hutt Motels from only NZ$725 pp, share twin
Self contained studio units, just a short stroll from the Methven village centre. Well equipped with kitchen and tastefully decorated. TV, electric blankets and heaters.  On-site facilities include outdoor spa, ample off street parking and drying room.  Lots of space and very family friendly. This 7 Days / 6 Nights Mt Hutt Motels Package includes:   Option 1 - Self Drive Car - NZ$725 per person, share twin South Pacific Travellers'  Welcome package including travel documents  6 nights' motel accommodation at Mt Hutt Motels or similar, share twin 7 days' compact rental car (CCAR 1.8 litre Toyota Corolla or similar), with unlimited kms and standard insurance (with excess) New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (15%)  Option 2 - Self Drive 4WD - NZ$922 per person, share twin South Pacific Travellers'  Welcome package including travel documents  6 nights'  motel accommodation at Mt Hutt Motels or similar, share twin 7 days' medium 4WD (IFAR Toyota Rav4 or similar), with unlimited kms and standard insurance (with excess)  New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (15%) Back to top
Stay Terrace Downs Resort from only NZ$1265 pp, share twin
A luxury escape for the ultimate ski escape, Terrace Downs is within close proximity of three commercial ski fields and four club fields.  Just 20 minutes from the Mt Hutt access road and within an easy hour's scenic drive of Christchurch International Airport.  Your fabulous one bedroom suite offers all the comforts after a day of adventure on the slopes.  The resort boasts an 18 hold championship golf course, spa treatments, jetboating and more.  Shuttle transfers to/from Methvan and Mt Hutt + heli-taxi service to Mt Hutt available. This 7 Days / 6 Nights Terrace Downs Package includes:   Option 1 -Self Drive Car - NZ$1265 per person, share twin South Pacific Travellers'  Welcome package including your travel documents  6 nights'  hotel accommodation at Terrace Downs Resort or similar, share twin 7 days' compact rental car (CCAR 1.8 litre Toyota Corolla or similar), with unlimited kms and standard insurance (excess applies) New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (15%) Option 2 -Self Drive 4WD - NZ$1462 per person, share twin South Pacific Travellers'  Welcome package including your travel documents  6 nights'  hotel accommodation at Terrace Downs Resort or similar, share twin 7 days' medium 4WD (IFAR Toyota Rav4 or similar), with unlimited kms and standard insurance (excess applies)  New Zealand Goods and Services Tax (15%) Back to top

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Package Variations
These packages can easily be modified - please just ask for a quote if you would like additional sightseeing, different accommodation or duration!  We will happily customise a package just for you and/or your family.

Self Drive Rental Equipment
Ski racks: NZ$69 for 5+ days
Snow chains: NZ$69 for 5+ days (mandatory if you are driving skifield access roads)
Baby capsules (0-6 months), child seat (6 months - 3.5 years), booster seat (3.5 years+): NZ$40.27
GPS navigation unit: NZ$69 per week
For further information regarding rental vehicles click here.

Please note:
Quotation only.  These quotes are based on 2 adults sharing 1 hotel / motel room.  No bookings are currently held and quote is subject to availability at the time of booking.  Availability is not guaranteed until bookings are held and confirmed.  Prices are valid until 30 Sept 2012.